Software developer -Higher Logic Vanilla Platform

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

09

Title: Software Developer (Higher Logic Vanilla Platform)

The Team: As a Software Developer specializing in the Higher Logic Vanilla platform, you will be responsible for customizing and building new features to enhance our community engagement solutions. You will collaborate with various teams to deliver high-quality, scalable software that meets the specific needs of our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Customize and extend the Higher Logic Vanilla platform to meet client requirements.
• Develop, test, and deploy new features and enhancements.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other developers to ensure seamless integration and functionality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to the platform.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to best practices for software development.
• Stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in community engagement and software development.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's /Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or equivalent.
• A minimum of 4+ years of experience in software engineering & Architecture.
• Proven experience in software development, particularly with the Higher Logic Vanilla platform.
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
• Experience with RESTful APIs and asynchronous request handling.
• Familiarity with version control systems, such as Git.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team.
• Experience with other community engagement platforms.
• Knowledge of back-end technologies such as Node.js or PHP or C#.
   
• Nice to have – GenAI, React JS, Java, Spring boot, Knockout JS, requireJS, Node.js, Lodash, Typescript, VSTest/ MSTest/ nUnit.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficient with software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies like SAFe, Agile, Test- driven development.
• Excellent problem solving, analytical and technical troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of system architecture, design patterns & ability to work in layered architecture: Presentation, Service, Business & Data.
• Able to work well individually and with a team. Good work ethic, self-starter, and results oriented. 
• Excellent communication skills are essential, with strong verbal and writing proficiencies.

About S&P Global Commodity Insights
At S&P Global Commodity Insights, our complete view of global energy and commodities markets enables our customers to make decisions with conviction and create long-term, sustainable value.

We’re a trusted connector that brings together thought leaders, market participants, governments, and regulators to co-create solutions that lead to progress. Vital to navigating Energy Transition, S&P Global Commodity Insights’ coverage includes oil and gas, power, chemicals, metals, agriculture and shipping.

S&P Global Commodity Insights is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global is the world’s foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help many of the world’s leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow, today.
For more information, visit http://www.spglobal.com/commodity-insights.

What’s In It For You?

Our Purpose:

Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.
Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.
From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:
 

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include: 

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at S&P Global:
At S&P Global, we believe diversity fuels creative insights, equity unlocks opportunity, and inclusion drives growth and innovation – Powering Global Markets. Our commitment centers on our global workforce, ensuring that our people are empowered to bring their whole selves to work. It doesn’t stop there, we strive to better reflect and serve the communities in which we live and work, and advocate for greater opportunity for all.
 

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